Making Lemonade With Lockdown
By- Diyaansh Kantareddy
"When life gives you lemons, make lemonade."
This age-old saying has inspired many generations to take a quick look back at their problems, through a filtered perspective, to find a solution to all their "sour" situations. I have learnt the true value and application of this adage in my life, during this lockdown.
The entire world is facing a pandemic with thousands of people dying every day. According to a survey by the Times of India, nearly nine hundred unnatural non-virus deaths have also been reported in the past few months, out of which suicide due to emotional distress has been a major concern. These alarming reports just reflect how important it is to have emotional stability and sail through this difficult period.
Although social distancing is the new normal, but I feel socially connected with my friends and teachers through online media. I watch shows and spend quality time with family. It has made me more perceptive and showed me that even online classes, which have been receiving a negative response, can bring a sense of individual attention in me. We must remember that being able to adapt to any situation is what humanity is known for, and that is what I have tried to do.
I have not let depression and social isolation take a toll on my sanity. These circumstances have taught me that no matter how sour lemons life presents us with, being able to whip them up into a refreshing lemonade is what life is all about.